What is clear is what happens when Shorty performs (either by himself or with his band the Derelicts). You'll hear wicked, dirty slide guitar playing. blues ranging from Son House and Bessie Smith to Muddy Waters and Howlin Wolf, as well the occasional tune by Paul Thorn, Chris Smither or Bob Dylan. Please be aware that you may also be subjected to Shorty's outrageous stories. ridiculous lies and really bad jokes as Shorty seeks to emulate his idol, the late Utah Phillips.